If he’s sending you messages that sound generic and don’t mention anything specific from your profile, you’ve got to wonder if he’s sending it to every other girl. If he’s not willing to take the time to write a unique message, what else will he not take the time for?

Most of us like to be complimented and told we’re good at something or we look nice, but you can tell when someone is laying it on too thick and kissing your ass.

The ultimate goal of online dating is to find someone you like and meet them offline, right?

No matter what they say, do not give them your financial information or send them money — there’s never a good enough reason to do that.

When a woman leads off her profile or a message with “my friends made me do this,” you can tell she’s not that into online dating.

Try to look for people who value important characteristics, not superficial ones.

We can all be Negative Nancys (or Negative Nathans! However, if she seems to be complaining about dating, work, friends, and her life more than sharing the qualities she can bring to a date or relationship or asking you about yourself — it’s time to take a pause and think about if she’s right for you.